Grand Theft Auto VI Gameplay Footage Leaked, Prompting Rockstar DMCA Takedown

A significant leak of purported gameplay footage and a detailed map for the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI emerged online on August 18, 2026, prompting immediate copyright enforcement from its developer, Rockstar Games. The unauthorized material, attributed to a group calling itself Cyberleek, appeared just over a week before the game's official extended gameplay reveal is scheduled on Netflix.

The leaked content, which began circulating on social media platforms like X and Reddit, includes multiple video clips. One shows a character named Jason engaging in activities such as playing a basketball mini-game and driving, which leads to a collision and a police pursuit. Another clip features melee combat sequences. The footage reveals several potential gameplay mechanics, including a stamina meter, a stealth indicator, a morality system, and an evolved wanted level system that can reach six stars. Alongside the videos, an image purporting to be the full in-game map of the fictional state of Leonida was released. The map depicts five counties and includes various icons for locations. While the authenticity of the map has not been independently verified, its...